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Gabby Baquero
September 13, 2017

Orange County district joins suit against state over HB7069

OCPS committed $25,000 to join a lawsuit regarding a controversial law formerly known as House Bill 7069.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
September 13, 2017

Irma takes out piece of Winter Garden history

The hurricane destroyed a nearly 100-year-old water tower from the city's citrus days.

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Danielle Hendrix
September 12, 2017

Orange County Public Schools closed through Thursday

OCPS staff said that 66 of its schools are still without power.

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Observer Staff
September 12, 2017

PHOTOS: Hurricane Irma rips through West Orange

A late turn in its path pushed the eye of Hurricane Irma closer to West Orange County.

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Danielle Hendrix
September 10, 2017

Townhouse community set to break ground in downtown Winter Garden

Park Place Winter Garden will be a 32-townhouse community in the heart of downtown Winter Garden.

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Danielle Hendrix
September 10, 2017

Winter Garden Subway debuts new design, drive-thru

The Subway on Dillard Street is one of four in Central Florida to feature a new design and also boasts a drive-thru.

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Danielle Hendrix
September 10, 2017

West Orange-area organizations mobilize relief efforts for Hurricane Harvey

CrossFit Winter Garden was one of various local groups to organize a relief effort for victims of Hurricane Harvey.

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Danielle Hendrix
September 8, 2017

Orange County officials brief residents on Hurricane Irma preparation, protocols

Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs provided information on communication, government closings, schools, shelters and more emergency preparation.

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Brittany Gaines
September 7, 2017

Gov. Rick Scott orders the closure of public schools

On Thursday evening, Gov. Scott ordered that all public schools close from Friday, Sept. 8, to Tuesday, Sept. 12

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Brittany Gaines
September 7, 2017

OCPS annouces schools will be closed Monday, Sept. 11

Orange County Public Schools decided to close schools on Monday, Sept. 11 due to Hurricane Irma

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Amy Quesinberry Price
September 6, 2017

Ocoee Lions Club looking for new home

The 69-year-old organization currently meets in a century-old former train depot and is raising funds for a new building with better opportunities.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
September 6, 2017

Power bills to increase in 2018

With or without a pending settlement that allows Duke Energy to invest in smart meters and solar, Florida's energy costs are below the national average.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
September 6, 2017

Minnicks on a mission

The family of 6 has sold all its belongings and is moving to Costa Rica this week to serve as directors of seven pregnancy centers and share the Gospel.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
September 6, 2017

Challenge 22 5K to shed light on veteran suicide

The 5K walk, scheduled for this Saturday, Sept. 9, has been rescheduled for Nov. 18 because of the impending arrival of Hurricane Irma.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
September 6, 2017

Sandbags available in Ocoee, Winter Garden

The sandbags are given out at no charge, but there is a 10-bag limit per household.

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